Atty. John Thomas Sparks, Sr.

Atty. John Thomas Sparks, Sr.

Mr. John Thomas Sparks, Sr. is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, entertainment & sports, general practice and trial and 3 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (678) 820-3556 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Thomas Sparks, Sr. at a glance

John Thomas Sparks, Sr. is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Austin & Sparks, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, adr, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1987) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Georgia (1987). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1987) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John Thomas Sparks, Sr. is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, entertainment & sports, general practice and trial and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1980, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices at Austin & Sparks, P.C. in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

John Thomas Sparks, Sr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Thomas Sparks, Sr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John Thomas Sparks, Sr. is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John Thomas Sparks, Sr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John Thomas Sparks, Sr. is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John Thomas Sparks, Sr. is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Georgia →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

John Thomas Sparks, Sr. is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional Georgia attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Atlanta or all attorneys in Georgia.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Thomas Sparks, Sr.

Where is John Thomas Sparks, Sr.'s law office located?
John Thomas Sparks, Sr.'s law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Austin & Sparks, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Thomas Sparks, Sr. handle?
John Thomas Sparks, Sr. focuses on employment, business, litigation, adr, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John Thomas Sparks, Sr. practiced law?
John Thomas Sparks, Sr. has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John Thomas Sparks, Sr. go to law school?
John Thomas Sparks, Sr. earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact John Thomas Sparks, Sr. for a consultation?
You can contact John Thomas Sparks, Sr. directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Thomas Sparks, Sr. received?
John Thomas Sparks, Sr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1987
B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Georgia
Admitted: 1987

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.